Abbotsford Police Sends Christmas Cards To Gangsters, Drug Dealers

In the spirit of the holidays, Abbotsford police are sending Christmas cards to gangsters and drug dealers featuring the police chief dressed as Santa in tactical gear.

A message in the card says: "We believe it is never too late to make a better choice for your life. For the sake of your family & for your own sake, consider 2013 the year you choose a new & better life. Make your New Year’s resolution now! We’re here to help."

The cards are being sent to "prolific offenders, property offenders and persons known for drug and gang activity," said police in a news release Monday.

The B.C. force's Operation Resolution is designed to reflect the department's belief that "the holiday season is a time for reflection for many people in our community. A positive change can reap rewards and benefits far beyond the impact to a single individual."

If people dial the phone number included in the card, they will receive this recorded greeting:

"Hello. You have reached the Abbotsford Police Department’s resolution line. If this is an emergency, hang up and dial 9-1-1. If you are calling because you want to make a change in your life, thank you. Your phone call is important to us and we would like to speak further with you. So please leave your name and a contact number and we will return your call. Again, thank you for making this life changing choice and taking the time to call us. We look forward to speaking with you.”

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Lindsay Doak:merry freaking christmas!

Jenn Booraem Ramme:I was thrilled that the camera elf listened to me and hit the shutter button when I said "Now!" - my boys were being cute enough, but my daughter was enthralled by the Jolly Elf and we got it on film!

samandmaxsmama:My little fellow's were not thrilled with this strange man with the brown stain in his beard.

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jessicadevyn:My friend with his brother and sister in 1952.

Bradley Winneshiek:

darrel89:Were not sure if he will be on the Naughty or Nice list.

cbbsrnc:

TSalt:He's outta there! Cassius's second Santa meeting didn't go as well as the first one.

HevelHouse:When I saw this slideshow I couldn't help it...I had to submit my friend's little girl. A little background: Baby Girl is not at all unfamiliar with a camera. She has modeled for lots of photographers. But when Mom decided to get her picture with Santa, she freaked! I love it. I especially think that Santa handled it well.

Jennifer Brown Gardner:

LadyKC:My son Wyatt fell asleep in his stroller while we were in line for Santa...he had just woken up when we dumped him onto Santa's lap.

Staci Shelby:

mdsimms12:My son Mason meeting Santa for the first time!

Fran Akins Colley:

kdonohue1001:Hunter 7 months old meeting Santa for the 1st time

Tj Kizuka:

momchat:Joyful faces!

Kristen201:Jesse's first picture with Santa at 1 year old, he was only a month old last year but...he loved him!!! All smiles all the time!!!

sondeland:Santa looks equally unimpressed.

brooklynmommy1:
True Joy

Samer Karim:At least one of us bothered to fake a smile.

brooklynmommy1:The best Santa ever

kjc38875:He is getting too big for Santa's lap

Jamie Sunderland:Maybe next year, buddy! It's more of hate/hate relationship.